On December 12, 2024, the Alabama State Board of Education unanimously approved the much-anticipated 2024 Library Handbook! This comprehensive resource is currently undergoing important accessibility updates to ensure it meets the highest standards. Please note that while the content of the handbook remains unchanged, these updates will enhance its usability for all users.
Once finalized, the updated handbook will be made available on the Alabama Library Media Office (ALMO) website, the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) website, and will be distributed by email to all librarians, library administrators, and those subscribed to our newsletter.
Want to learn more?
You can watch the full ALSDE Board Work Session here.
Additionally, the ALSDE Board Approval Session, where the Library Media presentation begins at 17:50, is available for viewing here.
Kat Baxter and Jennifer Northrup will be hosting a First Fridays session on January 17, 2025, providing an overview of the new handbook. Please check our First Fridays site for registration information. If you're unable to attend the session live, don't worry—the session will be recorded and posted on our First Fridays website for later viewing.